Do You Need a Referral to See a Podiatrist?
Podiatry • Antioch, CA
Clinic Type
Podiatry
Address
1201 Main St, Suite 210, Grass Valley, CA 95945
Phone
530-885-7047
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Opening Hours
8:00 am-12:00 pm / 8:00 am-2:30 pm (varies by day)
Services Offered
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Team
Insurance & Payment
In many cases you can schedule directly without a referral; HMOs usually require referral through PCP
Credit card, Cash, Check
Languages Spoken
FAQs
Do I need a referral to see a podiatrist?
In most cases, you do not need a referral to see a podiatrist. Some insurance plans (often HMOs) may require a referral.
Do you need a referral to see a podiatrist?
In most cases, you do not need a referral to see a podiatrist. Many commercial insurance plans and Medicare allow direct access without a referral.
Which insurance plans require a referral?
HMOs typically require a referral from your primary care physician.
How can I verify insurance benefits before my appointment?
Office staff can help verify your insurance benefits before your appointment.
Can I schedule directly without a referral for most insurance plans?
Yes—most insurance plans allow you to schedule directly without a referral, saving time and potentially copays.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Healthgrades (Dr. James Boccio): 5.0/5.0 (11 reviews) (11 reviews)
- WebMD (Dr. James Boccio): 4.5/5.0 (6 ratings) (6 ratings)
- Sutter Health (Dr. Wen-Yin Choi): 4.9/5.0 (229 reviews) (229 reviews)
- Diablo Foot & Ankle: 5.0/5.0 (not explicitly counted) (n/a)
Patients praise
- Professional and knowledgeable staff and doctors
- Effective communication and ability to explain conditions clearly
- Compassionate and attentive bedside manner
- Helpful in resolving foot/ankle issues efficiently
Common complaints
- Difficulty scheduling by phone (e.g., unanswered calls, messages not returned)
- Perceived lack of cleanliness or unkept office conditions in some practices
- Some patients reported poor outcomes or dissatisfaction with specific treatment plans
"I had the best experience as Dr Boccio is awesome what he does. Then office staff is very caring and informative for patients best care."
— Healthgrades (Dr. James Boccio)"Dr Sun is awful! He wanted to do cortisone shot to determine what was wrong with my foot... It put me in intense pain the next couple hours and made things worse than before I started. Impossible to call into this clinic just get a Filipino answering service. Nobody calls back messages."
— LocalityBiz (Dr. Xingbo P. Sun)"A regular Patch Adams in character. His service was excellent and his funny, easygoing personality made the experience all the better."
— Diablo Foot & Ankle (Dr. Ali Khavari)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Podiatrist in Libertyville, IL | Weil Foot & Ankle Institute — Nov 25, 2025
- The Sun Healthcare & Surgery Group: Xingbo P. Sun, DPM - Yelp — Jul 5, 2026
- Having healthy feet is essential for overall feelings of wellness - North Bay News — Jul 3, 2026
- Michael R Kressler Dpm - Podiatrist in Reno, Nevada | The Toenail Clinic Directory — Nov 30, 2025
- Ingie El-Khashab, DPM | Vanderbilt Health Nashville, TN — Aug 4, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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